Let’s be honest, it can be hard to connect with a teenager. Sometimes it can feel like we are on different planets that move in parallel orbits but rarely cross. And when those orbits do cross, I’m not always sure what to expect. As a mom of three teen boys, I often wonder, “Are my…
A Message From Your Monster Child: Strong Souls Not Monsters
I’m going to let you in on a secret. Well, just something not many people know about me. And the people I’ve told don’t even believe it’s true. I was an angry child. Out of control. Screaming at mom and siblings. Throwing, shredding, berating whatever or whomever was “making” me angry. Now, this may not…
6 Tips for Sanity on a Family Road Trip
Can I stay sane and enjoy traveling with my family? So what makes a for a great road trip with kids? You’re not alone if you’re asking yourself these same questions! And, I’m glad you’re here so that we can look at some answers together. Even if you love traveling and exploring, sometimes road trips…
Connect With Life and Love It
It’s been a while and it’s definitely time to get back in the rhythm of posting and sharing. Over the course of the past 6 months I have learned a lot about connection. Truthfully, I’ve learned a lot about disconnection. Here’s how it works for me. When life gets hard and I feel like I…
An Unexpected Change of Course for Our Family, Part 2
This week I have been surprised by the difficulty of writing about our continued journey. Jared reminded me that I could take as long as I needed and that the words would come in time. “There is no rush,” he said. Well, after a couple nights of terrible sleep and nightmares, he changed his stance. …